Baobab Oil - Adansonia digitata

La description

Baobab oil is not an essential or volatile oil. Since it is a “fixed” oil, it will not burn when used neat on the skin.

Being extremely rich and nourishing, baobab oil can used in small percentages in creams, lotions, body butters and other skin care formulations.

Baobab oil is easily and quickly absorbed by the skin, leaves minimal residue or greasiness, and serves well for intensive hair care. Baobab oil does more than just moisturize skin; the rich, golden oil also helps to improve skin elasticity, encourages regeneration of skin cells and does not clog pores.

It is also said to alleviate pain from burns and regenerates the epithelial tissues in a short time, thereby improving skin tone and elasticity.

The oil contains vitamins A, D, E and F.  Vitamins A and F (a polyunsaturated fatty acid) are actively involved in the rejuvenation and renewal of cell membranes, while vitamin E is a superior antioxidant, which helps to fight aging. With its omega 3, 6 and 9 content, the oil is helpful in treating eczema and psoriasis.

Baobab oil is a clear, pale, yellow-gold color with a slightly nutty scent. The oil has a long shelf life, but it should be stored in a cool environment with little to no light for maximum life.

Fatty Acid Composition:

Miristic Acid   C *4:0   <1%
Oleic acid (omega 9)   C *8:1 (ω 9)   ****2%
Pentadecanoic acid   C *5:0   <1%
Linoleic acid (omega 6)   C *8:2 (ω 6)   ****7%
Palmitic acid   C *6:0   ****7%
Alpha linolenic acid (omega 3)   C *8:3 (ω 3)   0.**3%
Palmitoleic acid (omega 7)   C *6:1   <1%
Arachic acid   C *0:0   1%
Heptadecanoic acid   C *7:0   <1%
Heicosenoic acid   C *0:1   <1%
Heptadecenoic acid   C *7:1   <1%
Behenic acid   C *2:0   <1%
Stearic acid   C *8:0   **9%
Lignoceric acid   C *4:0   <1%